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From: TMARSHALL01@acad.cut.oz
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Date: 20 Jan 90 03:18:36 GMT
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From: TMARSHALL01@acad.cut.oz

Andrew F. Cowie writes:
> It would seem that two 2000 lbs bombs were deployed in the air attack
> made by American F-117 Stealth Fighters, when 8 planes flew on the
> mission. Why were 8 birds in the air? 8 bombs, 2 released; or Jamming
> support?

Maybe these other 6 planes were fighter escorts. Your idea could also 
be considered but if the U.S say there F-117's are so good at evading radar
Why would it need 6 aircraft to jam. One INTRUDER with ECM would be amply. 
2. Wouldn't 6 of 7 extra aircraft make them more radar visible
3. does Panama have any good radar??????